Philanthropist

/fɪlˈænθɹəpˌɪst/

/fəˈɫænθɹəpəst/, /fɪˈɫænθɹəpɪst/

Philanthropist

a wealthy person, often a celibrity, who donates money and puts time and effort in order to help make life better for other people

synonyms : altruist

Examples

1. The prestigious gala dinner is attended by business tycoons, philanthropists, and political leaders.

2. The rich philanthropist sponsored scholarships for underprivileged students.

3. The philanthropist believed that money was only valuable if it was used to help others because, as the saying goes, money like manure, does no good till it is spread.

4. My husband John and I are philanthropists.